DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH vs Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition wins 9 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is $42.30 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH | Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 64 | 72 |
| Quality | 76 | 82 |
| Value | 62 | 76 |
| Popularity | 34 | 40 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $48.19 | $4.56 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.7% positive | 84.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1.3K | 880 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH
Loaded Cheapest Authorized reseller$48.19−31%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplace$57.90−17%Buy 
Green Man Gaming Authorized reseller$69.99Buy Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$5.89−85%Buy Loaded Authorized reseller$6.69−83%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$6.78−83%Buy Side by side over time
DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACHShadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Details and requirements
| Item | DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH | Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 19, 2026 | September 14, 2018 |
| Developers | KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS, Nixxes Software | Eidos-Montréal, Crystal Dynamics |
| Publishers | PlayStation Publishing LLC, KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS | Crystal Dynamics, Feral Interactive (Mac) |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10/11 Version 1909 or newer | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-11700, AMD Ryzen 7 5700X | Intel Core i7 4770K, 3.40 Ghz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 3.20 Ghz |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, AMD Radeon RX 6800 | Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB or AMD Radeon RX 480, 8GB |
| Storage (minimum) | 150 GB available space | 40 GB available space |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | SSD Required | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH or Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition?
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition won the comparison against DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH worth buying over Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition?
Based on the metrics, Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:14 PM UTC